So why don’t a dog’s paws seem to get cold in the snow? They’ve got built in paw warmers. A dogs paws don’t freeze in the snow thanks to special veins in their paw pads that circulate warm blood more effectively. Now you know.

Check out some photos and this short video of a simulated rescue.

VIDEO – Simulated avalanche burial rescue in the Alta backcountry

Well, the deeper and lighter the snow the better… right? Ok, I’ll rephrase the question. When do you feel comfortable putting away your rock skis for the season? I like to think 80” is the magic number around here. Of course, you can find rocks up here at Alta to shred your skis bases anytime of the season, but with an 80” base the majority of the “gotcha” rocks and stumps are now buried for the year. I like to think that’s when the ski season goes into full effect. Of course, the earlier that happens… the better. Personally, I no longer have rocks skis and haven’t for a few years now. Outfitting two growing teenagers with ski equipment every year has decimated my own personal ski quiver. It’s tragic, really. I just hope I don’t grow up to resent my kids for it. But honestly, I have no idea how my one pair skis have lasted this long. Usually, I’ve managed to either bend or break the ski and violently dismount my bindings from their holes by now.

So why are my skis lasting for years? I’m going to go out on a short limb and credit Andy and the guys from our own Alta Peruvian Ski Shop with prolonging the life of my well used boards. They’ve obviously done a bomber mounting job to begin with and then with numerous expertly repaired core shots and base grinds my skis surprisingly still have plenty of shred left in them. So thanks guys for helping me and my family stay skiing strong over the years. Surely, I’m not the only one with the compliment. The Alta Peruvian Ski Shop has been treating skiers in the LCC very well for many years. So come on into the lodge and drop your skis off for some overnight love. You know they want it.

Weddings in Alta Utah – Services 

Since our hotel is officially closed for the season starting in April, we’re unable to offer lodging for you or your weddings guests. However, there are rooms available at the nearby Cliff Lodge allowing for you to spend a few days enjoying all that Alta, Utah has to offer in the summer.

As part of our Alta, Utah wedding package that includes a ceremony and reception at the lodge (available for a fee of $2,500.00) we can provide you with:

• Use of our dining room, the Alf Engen Meeting Room and our outdoor grounds
• Chairs and banquet tables as needed for both the ceremony and reception
• Full use of our public restrooms near the reception area
• Changing rooms for you and your guests
• Access to the lodge a few days prior to the event for you to set up decorations and furniture, as well as access to the lodge for a few days after the wedding for decoration and furniture take-down
• Access to the reception area and lodge for without a time-limit the evening of your reception. You can celebrate with your guests as late into the evening as you see fit! 

Weddings in Alta Utah – Suggestions for the best Alta Wedding at Alta Peruvian Lodge

Without our regular hotel staff available, we cannot provide food or catering services, however, we can make our kitchens and spaces available to a catering company of your choice for food preparation and staging. To have the best wedding in Alta Utah possible, we suggest hiring a caterer who can provide the appropriate serving and bartending staff as well as their own dishes, silverware, linens, serving utensils, alcohol and can operate independently of a functioning kitchen. If that is an option for you, then our large kitchen-space offers the ideal staging location for your wedding banquet.

If you’re interested in finding out how the Alta Peruvian Lodge can help you have the wedding of your dreams, call our hotel’s General Manager, Todd Collins, at 801-742-3000. Todd can answer all of your questions about staging, what Alta, Utah wedding services we can provide as well as available dates for 2012.

Why Stay at our Alta Lodge?

1. 1.       History and Charm. Our Alta lodge has been around for a long time, over 60 years in fact, and because of that, the Alta Peruvian Lodge has developed a unique character that’s hard to find anywhere else. With a classic ski lodge vibe, combined with great “new-world” amenities, our lodge has everything you need to experience a ski vacation, the way it’s meant to be.
2. 2.       We have everything you need for a fun vacation. From a games room and nightly movie to comfy common room and a great bar (for adult guests) we provide you with the means to create a fun, relaxing ski vacation for your entire group, regardless of age.  
3. 3.       Perfect for relaxing.  Looking to kick back after a long day on the slopes? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. With our amazing outdoor pools and hot tubs (which overlook the mountain), sauna and cozy common rooms, we guarantee that you have everything you need to relax after a great day of skiing.
4. 4.       We feed you! Having your breakfast, lunch and dinner included in your stay (as well as après ski treats) isn’t a common occurrence in the world of traditional ski lodges anymore, but luckily, the Alta Peruvian lodge as well as the other lodges in Alta have clung to the tradition of keeping our guests full and satisfied!
5. 5.       Great Staff (if we do say so ourselves).  Our staff is made up of people who love to ski. That means that we have the passion, expertise and skills to help you get the most out of your trip to Alta. We’ve experienced it all when it comes to Alta, which makes us some of the best resources you can find and we want to share our knowledge with you.
6. 6.       In-house ski shop.  Alta is known for its powder snow and having the right equipment is necessary to get the most out of your ski trip. Our in-house Alta Peruvian Lodge ski shop, is staffed with experienced skiers who know their gear and can help outfit effectively for our ski conditions.

Basically, we love skiing, we love Alta, and we think that if you like either or both of those things then you’ll love staying at the Alta Peruvian Lodge. If you agree why not try our Alta Lodge for your next ski vacation?